A/N Just as a reminder, the italics are the past. I'm sorry I it's slightly confusing, I got mixed up between past and present, so I tried to fix it without losing too much of the story. There is a small bit where Draco is nasty to Astoria again, that's why this is M rated; you shouldn't be reading it if you don't like violence.

That was it. Thinking back to that dreadful day reminded him of the person willing to help. But he thought it wasn't the best person in the world. They hadn't seen eye to eye during their time at Hogwarts. Everyone knew they despised each other. However, after the war, they had decided it was best to be neutral towards one another.

Astoria remembered who she had owled late during that night when Draco had finally gone to bed. They were quite good friends, but if Draco knew, he wouldn't agree with it. She had been going to yoga classes when she was partnered with Hermione. At first it seemed like they were just going to put up with each other for the sake of others. It was during that class that their friendship sparked.

"Hello Astoria. Fancy seeing you here."

"I was just going to say the same. So, if you don't mind me asking, what's making you do yoga?" Astoria asked cautiously.

"Well, sitting round at the ministry all day doesn't do well for my posture. Haven't you got enough to do at the Manor?"

"Yes I have, but this is the only free time I get, you see. Draco's always working, so I have to look after our home."

That was the first class. Astoria knew she could trust Hermione with anything. She decided that she would go and have a wash, then owl her for a catch up tomorrow in The Three Broomsticks.

Draco went outside and offered to help Astoria.

"That would be very much appreciated darling."

He mustered with a weak smile, "Anything to help."

Together, they packed up. For a small moment it was like the old days, when everything was perfect, all their worries forgotten. But all too quickly, reality hit them. At the same time, they realised that their relationship was close to becoming irreparable.

Astoria sent that owl as soon as she was out the bath. Draco had made lunch, much to Astoria's surprise. They both sat down and tucked in. Draco took this moment to talk.

"I'm sorry for snapping at you earlier. I…. I'm just finding it hard right now. My father's funeral needs to be arranged; my mother has run off, it's all too much." Astoria was in shock at how much Draco had just opened up to her. He was shocked himself.

"I know it's a difficult time for you right now. It's been 3 weeks, but the funeral needs to be sorted. I can help you if you're finding it too much."

"There's something else I have to say. I'm sorry I lashed out on you last week. I wasn't feeling too great and you just kept on, wanting me to say something." Draco went and hugged Astoria, who had started to cry just thinking about it, and at realising how sorry Draco was.

"I know you didn't mean it. Let's just go to Hogsmeade for the rest of the day, spend some quality time together." Draco froze as an owl pecked at the window. He recognised that owl, but couldn't figure out who it belonged to. Just as he went to collect the mail, Astoria jumped up and snatched it.

"Is there something you wish to tell me?" His eyes were growing darker. Mustering all the strength she could to lie to him, she replied simply.

"No."

"Don't you dare lie to me." Draco shouted "You never move that fast for anything unless it's important. Now I'll give you one more chance. What are you hiding from me?"

"Why should I tell you? You never tell me what you're up to; I have to put up with you disappearing." Draco grabbed her hair and pulled her up. Tears poured down her face.

"If you're going to be disobedient, then I'll treat you like shit." He dropped her to the floor. She ran as fast as she could to get her coat, then apparated to Hogsmeade. Draco couldn't believe he let his temper get the better of him. He decided it was time to find that mysterious entity.